How Can You Avoid Back Pain While Shoveling Snow?
This content was medically reviewed by Baher S. Yanni, MD, on January 17th, 2020. Shoveling snow is an unavoidable reality for those of us in snowy regions. And when the flurries start coming down, many of us start to dread the soreness and pain in the upper or lower back […]
Read MoreAlternatives to Traditional Back Surgery
This content was medically reviewed by Baher S. Yanni, MD, on January 4th, 2019. When you need something more than conservative treatment for your low back pain, your doctor may recommend surgery. Traditional back surgery methods involve large cuts into the bone and tissue. As a result, recovery can take […]
Read MoreForaminal Stenosis
Foraminal Lumbar Stenosis Foraminal stenosis is a condition impacting the nerves in the spine. When there’s narrowing in the spine, it can cause the spinal nerves to compress. For some individuals, they may not experience any discomfort, whereas others could potentially experience pain in various areas of the body. What […]
Read MoreHow Back Pain Can Impact Your Blood Pressure
This content was medically reviewed by Baher S. Yanni, MD, on December 8th, 2018. For patients with severe back pain, finding an effective pain management treatment is essential because it improves your overall quality of life, but it could also be imperative to your cardiovascular health. Medical researchers have there […]
Read MoreDefining Spondylosis, Spondylitis and Spondylolisthesis
At the Spine Institute of North America, our board-certified spine specialists are here to help you understand the complexities of spinal health. Three common spinal conditions — spondylosis, spondylitis, and spondylolisthesis — can significantly impact mobility and quality of life, but they each have distinct characteristics. With the right diagnosis […]
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